

Sleepy
Otis Gray
Doze off to classic stories with Sleepy. Each week, baritone host Otis Gray reads old books in a low, rhythmic tone to lull you into a deep slumber so you can have a fresh start the next day. Sweet dreams. Zzzzzz
Episodes
Mentioned books

Aug 27, 2023 • 45min
269 – The Garden of Paradise
A special episode recorded at Spotify Studios features a reading of the well-known fairy tale The Garden of Paradise by Hans Christian Anderson. The tale follows the adventures of the king's son as he encounters old women who claim to be the mothers of the four winds, power to create sandstorms, and finally arrives at the majestic Garden of Paradise.

Aug 21, 2023 • 56min
268 – The Seven Vagabonds
A snoozy reading of 'The Seven Vagabonds' by Nathaniel Hawthorne, a magical puppet show, encounters with mysterious strangers and an Indian visitor dressed in traditional attire.

Aug 13, 2023 • 54min
267 – The Wedding-Knell
Zzzz . . . Doze of to this short-story reading of Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Wedding-Knell" zzzWant to hear an ad-free version of the show? Just go to patreon.com/sleepyradio and donate $2! Thanks, sweet dreams zzz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 6, 2023 • 1h 18min
266 – The Skylark of Space
The podcast features a sci-fi thriller story called 'The Skylark of Space' with unexpected events and intrigue. The story involves analyzing a strange phenomenon, the mystery of a greenish yellow solution, and the discovery of intra-atomic energy. Towards the end, Satan's deception comes into play.

Jul 30, 2023 • 44min
265 – The Way to Babylon
The podcast discusses the value of therapy for making big life decisions. The host encourages listeners to support the show on Patreon and mentions exclusive content. The speaker introduces a dreamlike adventure story called 'The Way to Babylon'. The characters discuss the idea of finding an amulet for further exploration. The podcast explores the former glory of Babylon and the gentle nature of its people. The children arrive at the palace in Babylon and are warmly welcomed by the queen.

Jul 23, 2023 • 51min
264 – The Grand Babylon Hotel
In this podcast, they discuss the tranquility and sophistication of the Grand Babylon Hotel, a conversation about room assignments and a woman sitting alone in the dining room, mealtime dissatisfaction, unknown anger and strategic moves, and the introduction of Mr. Felix Babylon.

Jul 16, 2023 • 45min
263 – Roman Fever
Zzz. . . Drift off to this juicy short story by Edith Wharton – "Roman Fever" zzzWant to hear an ad-free version of the show? Just go to patreon.com/sleepyradio and donate $2! Thanks, sweet dreams zzz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 9, 2023 • 43min
262 – Rainbow Valley
Zzz . . . Conk out to this sleepy continuation fo the Anne of Green Gables series – "Rainbow Valley" by L.M. Montgomery zzzWant to support Sleepy and listen to an ad-free version of the show? Just go to patreon.com/sleepradio and donate $2! Thanks, sweet dreams zzz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jul 2, 2023 • 52min
261 – Ozma of Oz
In this podcast, the host reads a chapter from L. Frank Baum's 'Ozma of Oz', where Dorothy finds herself on a mysterious island inhabited by mystical creatures and a talking hen. They also discuss a terrifying storm at sea and Dorothy's search for her missing uncle. Later, Dorothy and the hen encounter the dangerous wheelers and find temporary refuge among the rocks.

Jun 25, 2023 • 51min
260 – The Emperor's New Clothes
Zzz . . . Snooze to this sleepy reading of "The Emperor's New Clothes" by Hans Christian Andersen – Happy Pride Month zzzWant to listen to an ad-free version of Sleepy? Go to patreon.com/sleepyradio and pledge $2! Thanks, sweet dreams zzz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices